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Chapter 21 - Pushing Against Fate
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2025-02-14 16:54:08
Viola David The night that was supposed to seal Lylah's fate as Cormac's mate has only just begun. As they retire to the Alphahold, the tension between them is palpable. Lylah's desperate attempts to delay the inevitable are met with Cormac's growing impatience and anger. The air is thick with foreboding as Cormac's expectations clash with Lylah's resistance. Will she find a way to escape the nightmare that is unfolding, or will she be forced to surrender to her husband's demands? The darkness gathering outside seems to seep into the very heart of the Alphahold, threatening to consume them all. The drama and intrigue continue, as Lylah's desperate struggle for autonomy hangs in the balance.
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